Program Overview
The Master of Science in Pathology program at New York Medical College provides a comprehensive understanding of disease mechanisms and prepares students for careers in biomedical research, healthcare, or further education in pathology. The program emphasizes analytical problem-solving in basic medical sciences, with a focus on cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and immunology. Students can choose between a Master's Literature Review or Master's Thesis track.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Science (M.S.) degree program in Pathology at New York Medical College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of disease mechanisms and the scientific principles that underlie human health and disease. As a graduate of this program, individuals will be prepared for careers in biomedical research, healthcare professions, or further education in the field of pathology. The program emphasizes analytical problem-solving within a wide range of basic medical sciences, with a focus on cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and immunology. Research programs provide a vigorous multidisciplinary environment for laboratory training and career development.
Outline:
Track A: Master's Literature Review
- Required Courses (30 credits):
- General Biochemistry I (BCHM 1010): 4 credits
- General Biochemistry II (BCHM 1020): 4 credits
- Mammalian Physiology I (PHYM 1010): 4 credits
- Cell Biology (CBAM 1360): 3 credits
- Introduction to Pathology (PATM 1080): 3 credits
- Systemic Pathology (PATM 1090): 3 credits (OR Fundamentals of Animal Research (PATM 1110): 3 credits)
- Lectures in Histology (CBAM 1320): 3 credits
- Laboratory in Histology (CBAM 1330): 2 credits
- Student Seminar Courses (7101, 7102 series): 2 credits
- Choice of one of the following courses:
- Basic Immunology (MCRM 2010): 2 credits
- Immunopharmacology (PHRM 2710): 2 credits
- Directed Readings (PATM 7010): 2 credits
- Master's Literature Review (PATM 9750): 0 credits
Track B: Master's Thesis
- Required Courses (32 credits):
- Introduction to Pathology (PATM 1080): 3 credits
- Systemic Pathology (PATM 1090): 3 credits (OR Fundamentals of Animal Research (PATM 1110): 3 credits)
- General Biochemistry I (BCHM 1010): 4 credits
- Mammalian Physiology I (PHYM 1010): 4 credits
- Responsible Conduct of Research (BMSM 2020): 2 credits
- Life in Biomedical Research I (BMSM 3510): 2 credits (OR Life in Biomedical Research II (BMSM 3520): 2 credits)
- Graduate Research Workshop (BMSM 8050): 1 credit
- Master's Thesis Research (PATM 9800): 1-5 credits
- Master's Thesis (PATM 9850): 0 credits
- Electives (didactic credits only): 8-12 credits
Assessment:
Teaching:
- Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, laboratory experiments, and research projects.
- Faculty members are highly qualified and experienced researchers and educators.
- The program offers a supportive and collaborative learning environment that encourages student engagement and critical thinking.
Careers:
- Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in:
- Biomedical research
- Healthcare professions
- Further education in pathology
